BARRIE, ON - Canada-based Napoleon Products released the following message this morning regarding the passing of Jim McLean.

It is with deepest sympathy that we share the passing of our associate, coach/mentor and friend, Jim McLean, vice president of Sales, Grills Division. Jim began leading the Grills team at Napoleon on June 1, 2010, and during his almost 6 years of service he successfully helped to bring the name “Napoleon” to the forefront in Canada, USA and Europe. It is a testament to Jim and to his legacy of what he has left behind.

Jim established very close relationships with all of our dealers and distributors around the globe. He helped with the success of each business and developed strong personal ties. We will all miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim’s wife, Donna, and their four children, Jonathan, Heather, Samantha and Peter.

Funeral details are pending but will take place in Oakville, Ontario.